Thanks for replying. I guess the six weeks I was referring to was that my pcp had told me that the majority of herniated discs not causing impingement heal then and muscle tension should subside. I don't really feel like I have much muscle tension in the neck anymore (it has improved significantly) yet the numbness persists.

I searched my hospitals website and I couldn't find any mds listed specifically as physiastrists. Do they sometimes call them something different? There is a Spine Health and Pain Management Center though. Would they probably be a good option to get a referral for?